CHIANTI GRILL Italian Restaurant — Restaurant in Roseville

Chianti Grill is always a very pleasant place to dine, thanks to the friendliness of the waiters and the receptionists. You feel welcome. There are some things that need to be improved, such as removing the dishes when the other dishes arrive. The wine collection is very interesting, and there's always something new to try. The Pumpkin Tiramisu is truly delicious. A great idea. Finally, some real butter. See you next time.

As always, a restaurant to enjoy for its warmth and atmosphere. But still need some chages. The waiters are always very professional and friendly. The food is excellent, as are the drinks and wine selection, which is far superior to that of their Porterhouse restaurant, which lacks a good wine list or the quality of the meats at Chianti Grill. The Ribeye steak is wonderful, juicy, and picturesque. See you next time.

After 20 years and being a regular customer of Chianti Grill, I regretfully see that things aren't the same. The dishes, some of them, are still good. But overall, things have changed, and not for the better. Floor managers are leaving, and the quality of the products is not the same. For example, if you're in an Italian restaurant, which claims to be Italian, but isn't. It wants to be Italian, it's still a long way from being Italian, but they don't want to listen to recommendations because it's easier to continue with the routine. The olive oil is of poor quality, if it's olive oil for the intended use. Even the paper napkins that should come with the water glasses so that condensation doesn't flood the table with water are no longer provided. Cut corners, too few waiters for too many tables. Even the waiters vacuuming when that's not their job. My fear is that it's not the same as it was a year ago. Apparently, the new "managers" are only there to walk the aisles and not to check on the customers. Anyway, that's your problem. Not mine. I feel sorry for the waiters, who are friends, who can continue to enjoy the good service they provide. The thing is, the average diner doesn't really have much of an idea of what good olive oil or a really good Italian restaurant is. I say this from my international experience, both as a chef and as a qualified international restaurant expert. See you next time.

Going to Chianti Grill is always a walk. A walk to visit the waiter and waitress friends and the manager and the receptionists. One feels at home. A pleasant atmosphere with Italian music. Yesterday we celebrated my granddaughter's birthday and she received some of her favorite dishes. It is worth traveling from Hudson, WI to enjoy that good and friendly moment. Until next time,

It's very close to an Italian Restaurant but it still lacks that touch and they don't want to accept any suggestions. It's a pity since it is one of the few "Italians" left in the city. The food is very good and the presentation is acceptable. The place is very comfortable and attracts with its hospitality. The service is excellent. Returning to the menu, you still need to understand that Italian touch. I know the average American likes tomato sauce chunky and spilling off their plate. That's not like that in Italian food. Lasagna is delicious but tomato sauce is not. It needs more delicacy. The desserts are delicious. The wine selection is very wide and...

Upon entering this establishment with my parents and brother, we encountered four staff at the welcome area. The hostess was quite discourteous, and after my mom asked if there were any available tables in the restaurant area, the hostess offered to seat us in the bar. When my mother requested to know how long the wait time for a table in the restaurant for four would be, the hostess all-but sneered, and acted as if it was a chore to offer us seating. We were, admittedly, rather underdressed for this environment, but we all wore clean clothing (shirts, pants/shorts, and shoes) that was appropriate public wear, and I couldn't locate any posted dress codes on site or on the restaurant's website (upon being seated, I noted several other patrons seated near us were dressed similarly to us). After being spoken to and treated like scum she scraped off the bottom of her shoes, she finally deigned to seat us, and fortunately that was the last encounter we had with this hostess. The establishment itself had a warm, beautiful ambiance, with comfortable seating and gorgeous decor. We hadn't been seated for even a full minute before a server was right there. The server, Marco, was extremely friendly and welcoming from the start, making us feel right at home from his first greeting. The drinks were brought out rapidly, the food selection was excellent, and our whole experience turned around. Once we'd placed our orders, our food arrived in less than 20 minutes, hot, fresh, and absolutely divine. Another server brought around refills for our water several times, and she was also extremely friendly, though I regret I didn't catch her name. Overall, this is a wonderful establishment to visit, the food is fantastic, and the servers so friendly and on top of things! The pricing is quite reasonable (averaging $25 per person), as well, especially since the quality of the food and the service was phenomenal. My only recommendation for those considering dining here would be to dress more bougie than we did, or risk facing the scorn of the hostesses. The majority of our visit was a delightful time, and I would love dearly to visit again, hopefully on a day when less judgemental staff are working the front and performing the initial interactions with patrons of...

We’ve dined here more than a few times—though, truth be told, we come less for a full dinner and more to linger over appetizers and a well-made cocktail. Call it a casual weekly ritual rather than a formal happy hour: at least once a week, you’ll find us tucked into a corner of the bar. But understand that the food is a mixed bag, although we have had exceptional service every time.

If you order only one thing for Happy Hour, make it the bacon-wrapped scallops. Unlike many places that rely on a quick sear, these beauties arrive perfectly grilled—smoky, caramelized, and genuinely crave-worthy. The bruschetta, on the other hand, is serviceable if you’re a garlic devotee; the allium is unapologetically forward, so adjust expectations accordingly. Similarly, the Gnocchi is so garlicky, you will be burping it for hours.

As for libations, my go to is always the classic Manhattan—crafted with Maker’s Mark, restrained on the vermouth, expertly stirred (never shaken) and served up—is consistently spot-on. A reliable companion for a leisurely unwind.

Special mention must go to David, the bartender we’ve had the pleasure of encountering on multiple visits. He’s the kind of attentive, intuitive server who makes an ordinary visit feel personal. If you can, settle in at the bar or one of the high-top tables nearby and hope he’s working his shift. In the dining room proper, ask for Marco; his professionalism and warmth elevate the experience further.

Now, what is the kitchen’s standout dish? Surprisingly, it isn’t Italian at all but rather the Award-Winning Pork Maque Choux—a clever house creation. Expect fork-tender pork atop a bed of rich, gently spicy corn that manages to balance creaminess with a little kick. It’s the dinner staple that keeps me coming back for more.

If I must offer one caveat, it’s the steaks. While they enjoy a solid local reputation, they fall short for diners who, like me, tend to be a bit exacting about beef quality. If your palate demands prime or dry-aged cuts, look elsewhere.

Everything else, though? Unfailingly satisfying, and delivered with a welcoming ease that makes this spot feel like an extension of your own neighborhood living room—just with better scallops and a Manhattan you don’t have to...